Alvin Jerome McKinley (born June 9, 1978) is a former

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. He was selected by the

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in the fourth round of the

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. He played

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. McKinley has also played for the

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and

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Early life

McKinley was a standout at Weir High School in Weir, Mississippi. After winning two state championships, he joined his brother Dennis McKinley at

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in the fall of 1996.

Professional career

Carolina Panthers

McKinley was selected in the fourth round of the

by the

Cleveland Browns

McKinley joined the

in 2001. He had his best season in 2005, recording 68 tackles and five

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New Orleans Saints

McKinley was signed by the

on September 10, 2008, after

Hollis Thomas was placed on

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. McKinley was released on September 19 to make room for

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Joey Harrington.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Playoffs

References

External links

Denver Broncos bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:McKinley, Alvin 1978 births Living people American football defensive ends American football defensive tackles Holmes Bulldogs football players Mississippi State Bulldogs football players Carolina Panthers players Cleveland Browns players Denver Broncos players New Orleans Saints players Players of American football from Jackson, Mississippi People from Choctaw County, Mississippi